Sir, By post I do receive a picture card from Gussy Herbert, currently employed on government business in the Empire. "The local ladies dress as depicted herein!" he declares. I raise the idea of a trip to Egypt with Lady B___, but she reminds me of he nudes
Messieurs et Madames, I am sure you will be most delighted to learn that our club is once more open, and I invite you all to enjoy a fine wine or brandy with me this evening. My staff have been practising a splendid dance display, which they will perform
My Dear Henny, I have another find for your charity talent show! This young maiden Irene is a gymnast and trapeze performer of some skill, and has graciously showcased her most impressive talents. I’ve sent her to your tea club posthaste, I’m sure yo
Sir, I receive a letter from Gussy Herbert, who is currently on government work overseas. "I have grown the best moustache. It is the most fashionable style these days". He encloses a photo. I am uncertain whose whiskers are the most impressive, but I
Sir, I am awoken in the early hours by the smell of smoke and much calamity. I race downstrairs in my undergarments. Much to my relief, cook has summoned the fire brigade and has the matter in hand.
Sir, Some progressives state that staff should have regular time-off each week. Well, I have been doing this for some little time now. Every week, I insist that my maids get time to enjoy themselves. I do even offer encouragement from my armchair. Their
Sir, following an embarrassing evening with Lord Napier, whereupon my ignorance of mathematics was much exposed, I have sought to further my scholarly knowledge. I may admit initial uncertainty, but with assistance from my servants I quickly learnt and u
Sir, Lord Thistlewick has oft declared my maids most lazy, sitting idle and yet still receiving a wage. I entirely disagree with his opinion. As a progressive employer, I do prefer to pay some staff an additional bonus if they can remain most perfectly s
Sir, I have been told that my economy measure of making staff share both sleeping quarters and beds is improper and unhygienic. However, whenever I quietly peer through the keyhole to check upon their welfare, it seems that my staff very much enjoy shari
